Paul Porter (Michigan politician) explained

Paul Porter
State House:Michigan
District:41st
Term Start:January 1, 1971
Term End:December 31, 1978
Predecessor:John P. Smeekens
Successor:Nick Smith
Birth Date:23 December 1907
Party:Democratic

Paul Porter (December 23, 1907April 22, 2002) was a Michigan politician.

Early life

Porter was born on December 23, 1907.[1]

Career

Porter was an alternate delegate to the Democratic National Convention from Michigan in 1968. In 1968, 1969, and 1970, Porter ran unsuccessfully for the Michigan House of Representatives seat representing the 41st district. In 1972 and 1976, Porter was run unsuccessfully for the position of presidential elector. On November 5, 1974, Porter was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 41st district from January 8, 1975 to December 31, 1978.[1] Porter ran for this position again in 1978 and 1980, but was not re-elected. Porter was a delegate to the Democratic National Convention from Michigan in 1980. In 1982, Porter ran unsuccessfully for the Michigan Senate seat representing the 19th district.[2]

Personal life

During his time in the Michigan Legislature, Porter lived in Quincy, Michigan.[1] [2]

Death

Porter died on April 22, 2002.[1] [2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Legislator Details - Paul Porter. . May 6, 2020.
  2. Web site: Porter, O to R. . May 6, 2020.